Project Overview

Develop an assistive device to safely transfer patients from wheelchairs to exam tables. Patients will be able to stand on or hold the device while simultaneously being lifted and rotated into position on the exam table. The design will reduce physical exertion by the patient or medical personnel.

Team Picture

Files

• MidSemester Report (March 10, 2010)
• Project Design Specifications (PDS) (March 10, 2010)
• MidSemester Presentation (March 10, 2010)
• Final Presentation Poster (May 7, 2010)
• Final Report (May 7, 2010)

Contact Information

Team Members

• Gerhard Van Baalen - Team Leader
• Luisa Meyer - Communicator
• Marc Egeland - BSAC
• Scott Sokn - BWIG

Advisor and Client

• Dr. Willis Tompkins - Advisor
• Diana Eastridge - Client
• Lisa Kaikuaana - Alternate Contact

Related Projects

• Spring 2011: Assistive transfer device
• Fall 2010: Assistive Transfer Device
• Spring 2010: Assistive Transfer Device